1996 Mazda 626 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 643 kg more than 1996 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 626 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 626 | SL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
